1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Chevrolet | Willys-Overland |
Model | Corvette | Rural |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |